Interior partitions commonly referred to as room dividers, increase a structure’s flexibility by creating additional rooms within an open floor plan. Schools, offices, restaurants, and family homes all benefit from their ability to create a cozy yet temporary space within a larger room. Their versatile construction allows them to be stored completely out of sight when not in use, making interior partitions the perfect multi-purpose solution. Interior partitions can span a small section or the entire length of a room. They can be constructed from virtually any building material desired, depending on engineering requirements. On its own, an interior partition will help create additional rooms and increase the functional space within a structure. However, it can easily be transformed into a helpful learning and informational tool when designed and outfitted with nontraditional materials.
Glass is a common option for interior partitions, which is perfect for writing and will allow the divider to be used as a whiteboard, as long as the right markers are used. No additional materials will need to be attached to the wall to create the perfect whiteboard on a glass wall. Whiteboards are beneficial when giving presentations at conferences. They have been proven to increase students' excitement and ability to learn, which makes them ideal for schools, learning centers, and even at home.
More privacy can be achieved by using patterned glass or blinds between the glass panels. The process of acid etching creates patterned glass. This makes the glass appear frosted or fogged and greatly reduces the glass’s transparency level. Acid-etched glass is smooth to the touch, so it will not inhibit a user’s ability to write on the surface. Another option is to include blinds between the glass. In this type of glazing unit, blinds are placed in the airspace of an insulated glass system. The blinds have the ability to tilt and be pulled up and down, just like any standard blind system. This unique combination is useful when privacy is not always required.
Although the panels are most commonly designed as glass, interior partitions can include virtually any material within the frame, depending on engineering requirements. For those looking for a more traditional option, actual magnetized whiteboards and chalkboards can be used for the panels instead of glass. These more traditional styles help give presentations in conference rooms and write daily specials for diners to read in restaurants. For even further versatility, panels can easily be designed with cork and criss-cross boards for posting announcements, calendars, and schedules.
With a few additions and creativity, interior partitions are a functional learning and presentation tool for students, professionals, and business owners alike. Incorporating an interior partition will not only transform large open spaces and save space but, when designed correctly, will eliminate the need to install additional writing and bulletin surfaces. When the wall is not in use, it can be designed to pocket to a remote location and leave the room open for large groups of people or events, creating a uniquely designed, multi-purpose room for any application.
